‘It scared the hell out of me’: What brands have learned from creator partnerships

USASocial CommerceInfluencer MarketingCreator PartnershipsSocial CommerceDigiday · October 2, 2026 at 4:01 AM
‘It scared the hell out of me’: What brands have learned from creator partnerships

At Shoptalk Fall, brands like Favorite Daughter, SharkNinja, and Bob's Discount Furniture discussed their experiences with creator partnerships, highlighting the strong returns they've seen from creator content, including mini-series and unboxing videos.

The success of these creator partnerships matters for social commerce as it demonstrates the effectiveness of influencer marketing and creator-led content in driving sales and engagement, prompting more retail players to invest in such programs.

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